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Which of the following pairs (Species- Category) is correct with respect to India?

This question was previously asked in
RRB NTPC 2019 CBT 1 Question Paper (8-Mar-2021) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Great Hornbill - Vulnerable

India Species-Category Pairs Evaluation

This section evaluates the accuracy of species-category pairings concerning wildlife in India.

Great Hornbill - Vulnerable Classification

The Great Hornbill (Buceros bicornis) is a bird species found in India. Its recognized conservation status is Vulnerable. This pairing accurately reflects the species' category.

Assessment of Other Pairs

  • Asiatic Elephant: This species is classified as Endangered. It is not Endemic to India, as its range extends to other parts of South and Southeast Asia.
  • Black Buck: The Black Buck (Antilope cervicapra) is native to India. Its current conservation status is Near Threatened, not typically listed simply as Rare.
  • Nicobar Pigeon: The Nicobar Pigeon (Caloenas nicobarica) is found in India's Nicobar Islands. It is listed as Near Threatened, not Endangered.

Based on established conservation data, the pairing of the Great Hornbill with the Vulnerable category is the correct representation among the given options.

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